DRAFT HP bt400 Bluetooth® Wireless Printer Adapter
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Contents 1 2 3 4 Welcome to the HP bt400...........................................3 Bluetooth basics ...........................................................3 Installation and setup ...................................................4 Bluetooth access modes ..............................................5 Print from your Bluetooth device..............................9 General printing ............................................................9 Camera phone ...........................................
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1 Welcome to the HP bt400 The HP bt400 wireless printer adapter uses Bluetooth wireless technology to allow you to print without using a cable. In general, Bluetooth wireless technology is a shortrange wireless technology that allows connection between devices without requiring a cable. By using your HP bt400, you can print from your camera phone, PDA, digital camera, or computer to selected HP printers and all in ones.
Bluetooth device name When a sending device discovers the printer, it displays the printer's Bluetooth device name. The printer's default Bluetooth device name can be found and changed in the printer's Bluetooth control panel menu. Installation and setup Follow these instructions to install and set up your HP bt400. More detailed setup instructions can be found in the user guide for your printer. Installing the HP bt400 1. Locate the host USB port on your printer or all-in-one.
2. Remove the cap from the HP bt400 and insert it into the port. LED behavior The LED on the HP bt400 tells you what is going on. ● Blinking—This is the default state and means the device is installed and has power. ● Rapid blinking—A sending device is “Discovering” the HP bt400. ● On steady—The HP bt400 is receiving data. Bluetooth access modes Access modes determine how easily a Bluetooth sending device can print to a printer.
Accessibility mode There are two available Accessibility modes for your printer. Follow the instructions in your device user guide to change the Accessibility mode. ● Visible to all (public/shown to all) (default) When the printer's Accessibility setting is set to “Visible to all”, any Bluetooth device within range can discover and use the printer. This is the default setting for your HP device.
When the printer's security level is set to “Low”, the printer does not require a Passkey code. Any Bluetooth device may print to it. ● High When the printer's security level is set to “High”, you must enter the Passkey code in the sending device in order to print. Passkey/PIN code When the printer's Bluetooth security level is set to High, the sending device attempting to print is prompted for a Passkey. The Passkey is a 4-digit code that is set on the printer. The default Passkey is 0000.
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2 Print from your Bluetooth device This chapter contains sections on printing from different Bluetooth devices. General printing 1. From your sending device, start the Discovery of available Bluetooth printers. 2. Select the printer and enter the Passkey if prompted. Note Secure printing may require you to know the Passkey of your printer. Refer to Passkey/PIN code on page 7. 3. Print. Camera phone These are general instructions.
The following method can be used if your camera phone has a printing application. Check your software CD or phone manufacturer's website for the latest software. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the Menu button. Select the Print application. Select the item to print. Either select Find Printer or Accept the printer selected. PDA These are general instructions that apply to both Pocket PCs and Palm OS devices. Refer to the documentation for your PDA for detailed instructions. 1.
Note If the printer you want to use does not display, tap Configure to add a printer. Consult your Pocket PC documentation for directions. Camera Cameras vary a great deal. Refer to the documentation for your camera for instructions. Computer The method for printing from a computer depends on the Profile that your computer supports and the Bluetooth stack that is installed. Check your computer documentation to verify supported profiles and for detailed instructions.
2. 3. 4. 5. Select Add Printer. Click Next. Select A Wireless Printer. Follow the directions on the screen to finish the installation. Note You may need to select a Bluetooth port. 6. Print to this printer name as you would any printer.
3 Troubleshooting Tip Many issues you do not find mentioned here may be resolved by unplugging the adapter, turning the printer off, then on, and plugging the adapter back into the printer. Bluetooth sending device cannot find printer The HP bt400 is not plugged into the printer or the printer is turned off. 1. Turn on the printer. 2. Plug the adapter into the camera/Pictbridge/ host USB port on the printer. In many cases, this port will be on the front of the printer. 3.
No page came out or blank page is ejected File type is not supported by the profile or the printer. For example, some profiles do not support gif, or you may have accidentally tried to send an audio file to your printer. Verify that you are sending the correct file type to the printer. Printer is out of range. Move closer to the printer until contact is established. Interference from a microwave or other device. Try printing again after the other device is finished. Too many active Bluetooth devices.
Plain paper is in the printer. For the best print quality, use photo paper and a photo print cartridge. Consult your printer documentation for information. Photo printed with white borders Bluetooth sending device does not support borderless printing. Troubleshooting Contact the device vendor or consult their website for the latest updates for the printing application.
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4 Technical information Technical specifications General Antenna ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Bluetooth Specification 2.0 compliant Power Requirement: Provided by the host Power Consumption at 5V Internal Antenna Peak Gain: +2dBi VSWR: <2.
Limited warranty statement HP product Duration of limited warranty HP bt400 Bluetooth® printer adapter 90 days A. extent of limited warranty Hewlett-Packard (HP) warrants to the end-user customer that the HP products specified above will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the duration specified above, which duration begins on the date of purchase by the customer. Customer is responsible for maintaining proof of date of purchase. B.
Customer care For assistance, call 1-800-HP-INVENT (North America only) or go to the Customer Care website at www.hp.com/ support. Protecting the environment Hewlett-Packard is committed to providing quality products in an environmentally sound manner. This product has been designed with several attributes to minimize impacts on our environment. For more information, visit HP's Commitment to the Environment website at: www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/ index.
The level of emitted energy emitted is far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones. However, the use of wireless radios may be restricted in some situations or environments, such as aboard airplanes. If you are unsure of restrictions, you are encouraged to ask for authorization before turning on the wireless radio. The FCC, Industry Canada and European Union have set a general guideline of 20 cm (8 inches) from the body when wireless devices are on.
This product is designed to be connected to the analog Switched Telecommunication Networks (PSTN) of the European Economic Area (EEA) countries/regions. Network compatibility depends on customer selected settings, which must be reset to use the equipment on a telephone network in a country/region other than where the product was purchased. Contact the vendor or HewlettPackard Company if additional product support is necessary.
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FCC Part 15 Radio Frequency Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caution Pursuant to Part 15.21 of the FCC Rules for intentional or unintentional radiators, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Industry Canada ICES-003 Emission Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus meets the requirement of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
